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Our traineeships offer a unique opportunity to learn about how the European Parliament works and get practical knowledge on the functioning of our political group. Throughout their traineeship, trainees are supervised by an Administrator from our Secretariat.
Five months paid traineeships
We offer five-month traineeships to EU citizens and candidates from associated and candidate countries. In addition, we also grant traineeships by way of derogation to a limited number of nationals from other countries.
This type of traineeship is addressed to young people who have a university degree or have completed three years of study (at least six terms) at a university or an equivalent institute of higher education.
The EPP Group covers the cost of living in Brussels with a monthly allowance of €1.500.
Unpaid, short-term traineeships of a maximum length of 3 months (when the traineeship is compulsory in the framework of the university studies)
This type of traineeship is addressed to university students who have not yet completed at least six terms at university and when the traineeship is a compulsory part of their studies. This has to be justified by a letter provided by the university. The EPP Group can offer a limited number of this type of traineeship.
Moreover, the EPP Group has a compulsory, primary sickness and accident insurance for trainees. All trainees get to attend one plenary session of the European Parliament in Strasbourg.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from young people with disabilities.
For both paid and unpaid traineeships, you can apply as long as:
If you are interested in applying for a traineeship, just complete our online application form.
Important note: Please note that you will need to prepare some documents in advance, such as letters of recommendation and copies of diplomas as those will have to be attached to the application form.
For details, please consult the Calls for Interest for trainees below.
You can find further details about the EPP Group’s traineeships in the Rules.
Please direct any queries you have on traineeships to:
* We will not process any emails sent directly to staff members.
epp-stages@europarl.europa.eu
Currently, we have no open calls for interest. Please check back later.
Traineeships period:
Application
Deadlines for applications.
Spring traineeship
15 November 12:00 CET
Selection
Candidates will be informed about the outcome of their application.
15 December
Traineeship start
Traineeships will start.
beginning of February
Autumn traineeship
15 May 12:00 CET
30 June
beginning of September
To strengthen the Group's campaigning organisation, especially in the area of social media communications and in the organisation of the Group's campaigns and events. It is composed of the Social Media Unit and the Events Unit.
To provide operational support for the Group's activities in the fields of ICT, HR, and Finance.
To coordinate the work of the Parliamentary Committees and plenary activities, such as legislative and non-legislative reports, amendments, resolutions, etc. It comprises the Legislative Coordination Unit, WG Economy and Environment, WG Budget and Structural Policies, and WG Legal and Home Affairs.
To ensure that the legislative initiatives and political objectives of the EPP Group are communicated effectively to the Brussels press corps, European media, interested stakeholders and the public. It is divided into the European Press Unit and the National Press Unit.
To develop and implement the Group's outreach to the broader network of the EPP family and enhance contacts with the National Parliaments and Young Members Network. It comprises the EPP Group Network Unit and the Intercultural and Religious Dialogue Unit.
To ensure the preparation of the work of the political organs of the Group and the European Parliament. The Group's archives are included under this Directorate.
To organise the work of the Group's Committees and Inter-parliamentary Delegations in the field of external policies and to assist members of the EPP Group in their activities within the Inter-parliamentary Delegations.
Our Young Members Network (YMN) launched its Young MP Erasmus Programme with two goals in mind: bringing national and European politicians closer together and creating an EPP network of young politicians to work together to build the future of Europe.
The Young MP Erasmus Programme gives MPs from EPP sister parties the chance to experience how the European Parliament works – and how EU legislation is drafted – for themselves. Participants spend one week in Brussels collaborating with young EPP Group MEPs on a defined topic linked to their daily work. They take part in EPP Group meetings, Committee meetings and plenary sessions, and meet with influencers, decision-makers, voters and journalists. It is a unique opportunity to both share ideas and develop personal relationships.
If you’re interested in applying for the programme, just send an e-mail to epp-youngmembers@europarl.europa.eu, and we will get in touch with you.
The EPP Group Young Members Network (YMN) will cover your accommodation and travel costs.
Our grant programme aims to help researchers interested in the history, role and impact of Christian Democracy on the process of European integration broaden their research. Offered once a year, it gives researchers access to primary sources at the Historical Archives of the European Union in Florence, the EPP Group’s archives in Brussels and/or the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS) in Sankt Augustin, near Bonn.
If you are interested in applying, you’ll need to get your application in by the end of June, and we’ll let you know if you’ve been successful by the end of July. Successful applicants will receive a research grant of 5000 Euro to cover expenses related to accessing primary sources.
If you’d like to know more about our annual research grant, check out Postgraduate Research Grant(s) on Christian Democracy and European Integration.
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You applied, and what is next?
We will contact you as soon as possible to inform you about the admission to the traineeship based on the above-mentioned criteria. Above is an indicative timeline of the traineeship selection procedure.
Equal opportunities
The EPP Group is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We encourage applications from qualified women and men who fulfil the job requirements, regardless of their age, race, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, sexual identity or any other characteristic.
Personal Data
The EPP Group ensures that applicants' personal data are processed in line with Regulation (EU) 2018/1725 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 October 2018 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data by the Union institutions, bodies, offices and agencies and on the free movement of such data, particularly as regards their confidentiality and security and repealing Regulation (EC) No 45/2001 and Decision No 1247/2002/EC.